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Robotic Warfare Market Analysis

Report ID: GMI7679
Published Date: Dec 2023
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Robotic Warfare Market Analysis

Robotic Warfare Market Size, By Mode of Operation, 2022 – 2032, (USD Billion)

Based on mode of operation, the market is categorized into autonomous and semi-autonomous. In 2022, the semi-autonomous segment held a market share of over 70%. Enhanced human-machine collaboration is a key factor driving the semi-autonomous segment growth. These systems are designed to complement human operators, combining the strengths of human decision-making with the efficiency of automated processes. By facilitating a symbiotic relationship, semi-autonomous technologies optimize operational outcomes, ensuring that human expertise guides critical decisions while automated features handle routine or repetitive tasks. This collaborative approach enhances the overall effectiveness and adaptability of military operations.

Robotic Warfare Market Share, By Application, 2023

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Based on application, the market is divided into intelligence, surveillance & reconnaissance (ISR), logistics & support, search & rescue, tracking & targeting, combat & operations, and others. In 2023, the Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (ISR) segment held a market share of around 30%. The introduction of cost-effective Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) tailored for reconnaissance missions is driving segment growth in the global robotic warfare market. For instance, in September 2023, British company, QinetiQ introduced a specialized Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) designed for swarming capabilities and collaborative missions with both manned & unmanned aircraft. This UAV has an internal payload capacity of up to 66 pounds, enabling its use in diverse missions including reconnaissance, electronic warfare, airborne decoy, and threat representation.

U.S. Robotic Warfare Market Size, 2022 -2032, (USD Billion)

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North America dominated the global market with a major share of around 40% in 2023. The regional robotic warfare industry is propelled by its technological leadership and ongoing military modernization initiatives. The region, particularly the U.S., stands at the forefront of global innovation, fostering the development and deployment of cutting-edge robotic systems. Concurrently, the commitment to modernize military capabilities drives investments in advanced technologies with a focus on unmanned systems for intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance & combat applications, reinforcing North America's position as a key player in the global industry.

Authors: Preeti Wadhwani

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Market size for robotic warfare reached USD 30.3 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow at over 6% CAGR from 2024 to 2032 attributed to the massive investments in domestic drone manufacturing and technological advancements for expanding the capabilities of unmanned systems.

Semi-autonomous robotic warfare industry accounted for more than 70% of revenue share in 2023and is estimated to depict notable growth through 2032 owing to growing benefits in human decision-making with the efficiency of automated processes to enhance the overall effectiveness of military operations.

North America held around 40% revenue share of the robotic warfare market in 2023 and is estimated to exhibit robust growth through 2032 owing to the technological leadership and ongoing military modernization initiatives across the major American countries.

Some of the top robotic warfare companies are AeroVironment, Inc., BAE Systems plc, Autonomous Solutions, Inc. (ASI), Boeing, Cobham plc, Dassault Group, Elbit Systems Ltd., Lockheed Martin Corporation, General Atomics, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Textron Inc., and Thales Group.